Cancun, Quintana Roo — A gas explosion ripped through a home in Cancun’s supermanzana 219 Tuesday night, killing a 16-year-old and injuring six others, including two children, authorities said.
The blast occurred around 8 p.m. on Calle Tabasco with 95, behind the Kabah shopping plaza, according to emergency reports. Firefighters, civil protection personnel, and Red Cross paramedics responded to the scene.
Three victims — a 15-year-old, a woman, and a man — suffered third-degree burns over their entire bodies and were rushed to the General Hospital in critical condition, hospital sources said. Their prognosis is guarded.
The body of a 16-year-old was found inside the home, prompting the State Prosecutor’s Office to take over the investigation.
Authorities said the explosion appeared to be caused by a gas leak. Some neighbors reported gunpowder was stored in the house, but officials have not confirmed that.
Javier Mendez covers public safety, law enforcement, and legal affairs in Quintana Roo. He monitors official reports from the FGE (State Prosecutor's Office), the Mexican Navy, and municipal police to deliver accurate English summaries of crime, trafficking cases, arrests, and court rulings affecting the Riviera Maya region.Javier has been covering crime and public safety news since 2023, reporting on cases ranging from felony arrests and human trafficking investigations to court proceedings and organized crime-related incidents across Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and Chetumal. His reporting provides English-speaking residents and travelers with reliable, timely information about safety conditions in Quintana Roo's major tourist destinations.Javier works closely with official government sources and press offices to verify facts before publication, and maintains an archive of law enforcement communications to provide context for ongoing stories. He is dedicated to accurate, factual reporting on complex safety issues that affect both residents and visitors to the region.For story tips: javier@rivieramayanews.mx
